Indra Jeet Chaudhary | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Indra Jeet Chaudhary | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Savitribai Phule Pune University, India

Dr. Indra Jeet Chaudhary is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Environmental Science at Savitribai Phule Pune University. He completed his Ph.D. in Environmental Science from Central University of Gujarat in 2022. His research focuses on environmental pollution assessment, plant stress physiology, and wastewater treatment. Dr. Chaudhary has contributed to various environmental projects and has guided postgraduate students on topics related to pollution and plant stress. He is actively involved in academic leadership and has earned several honors, including the Young Scientist Award in 2022. Dr. Chaudhary is passionate about fostering sustainable environmental practices and advancing research in his field.

Profile:

Research Interests:

  • Environmental Pollution Assessment

  • Plant Stress Physiology

  • Waste Water Treatment

  • Impact of Ozone Pollution on Crop Plants

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Central University of Gujarat (2022)

  • M.Phil. in Environmental Science, Central University of Gujarat (2016)

  • M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow (2012)

  • B.Sc. in Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, University of Lucknow (2009)

Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University (Nov 2022 – Present)

  • Project Fellow, Central University of Gujarat (2016-2019)

Fellowships and Honors:

  • UGC-Net Qualified (Environmental Sciences), 2019

  • Young Scientist Award, VDGOOD® Professional Association (2022)

  • Best Poster Presentation Award, 9th ICER, Amity University (2018)

Technical Skills & Equipment Expertise:

  • FTIR, SEM, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer, ICP-OES, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, Respirable Dust Sampler

  • Guided MSc students on environmental pollution assessment and plant stress physiology projects

Extracurricular Activities:

  • Green Audit Rally for Community Sensitization (2019)

  • Winner of 7th Annual Sports Meet (Cricket) at Central University of Gujarat

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 722

  • Citations Since 2020: 704

h-index:

  • Overall: 14

  • Since 2020: 14

i10-index:

  • Overall: 18

  • Since 2020: 18

Publication Top Notes:

  • Dust pollution: Its removal and effect on foliage physiology of urban trees
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Sustainable Cities and Society, 51, 101696 (2019)

  • Suspended particulate matter deposition and its impact on urban trees
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Atmospheric Pollution Research, 9(6), 1072-1082 (2018)

  • Crop Residue Burning and Its Effects on the Environment and Microbial Communities
    IJ Chaudhary, S Soni
    Microbes in Agriculture and Environmental Development, 1, 20 (2020)

  • Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles and its Impact on Growth, Biomass and Yield of Agricultural Crops under Environmental Stress: A Review
    VS Indra Jeet Chaudhary
    Research Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 10(1), 1-8 (2020)

  • Ozone risk assessment of castor (Ricinus communis L.) cultivars using open top chamber and ethylenediurea (EDU)
    D Rathore, IJ Chaudhary
    Environmental Pollution, 244, 257-269 (2019)

  • Relative effectiveness of ethylenediurea, phenyl urea, ascorbic acid and urea in preventing groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L) crop from ground level ozone
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Environmental Technology & Innovation, 19, 100963 (2020)

  • Assessment of ozone toxicity on cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) cultivars: Its defensive system and intraspecific sensitivity
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 166, 912-927 (2021)

  • Utilization of Low-cost Agricultural Waste for Removal of Toxic Metals from Environment: A Review
    S Singh, IJ Chaudhary, P Kumar
    Int. J. Sci. Res. in Biological Sciences, 6(4), 56-61 (2019)

  • Assessment of dose–response relationship between ozone dose and groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L) cultivars using Open Top Chamber (OTC) and Ethylenediurea (EDU)
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Environmental Technology & Innovation, 22, 101494 (2021)

  • Nutrient Management Technologies and the Role of Organic Matrix-Based Slow-Release Biofertilizers for Agricultural Sustainability: A Review
    IJ Chaudhary, A Neeraj, MA Siddiqui, V Singh
    Agricultural Reviews, 41(1), 1-13 (2020)

  • Effects of tropospheric ozone on groundnut (Arachis hypogea L.) cultivars: Role of plant age and antioxidative potential
    D Rathore, IJ Chaudhary
    Atmospheric Pollution Research, 12(3), 381-395 (2021)

  • Dust pollution: its removal and effect on foliage physiology of urban trees
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Sustain Cities Soc, 51, 101696 (2019)

  • Effects of ambient and elevated ozone on morphophysiology of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) and its correlation with yield traits
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Environmental Technology & Innovation, 25, 102146 (2022)

  • Impact Assessment of Different Organic Manures on Growth, Morphology and Yield of Onion (Allium cepa L.) Cultivar
    KN Shah, IJ Chaudhary, DK Rana, V Singh
    Asian Journal of Agricultural Research, 13(1), 20-27 (2019)

  • Indian traditional trees and their scientific relevance
    AK Tiwari, IJ Chaudhary, AK Pandey
    Journal of Medicinal Plants, 7(3), 29-32 (2019)

  • Effectiveness of nanoparticles in improving soil fertility and eco-friendly crop resistance: A comprehensive review
    SS Kale, R Chauhan, B Nigam, S Gosavi, IJ Chaudhary
    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 56, 103066 (2024)

  • PHYTOMONITORING OF DUST LOAD AND ITS EFFECT ON FOLIAR MICRO MORPHOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF URBAN TREES
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Journal of Plant Science, 2(3), 170-179 (2018)

  • Micro-morphological and anatomical response of groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) cultivars to ground-level ozone
    IJ Chaudhary, D Rathore
    Journal of Applied Biology and Biotechnology, 9(4), 137-150 (2021)

  • Effect of elevated ozone on soybean (Glycine max L.) cultivar: Role of orange juice and synthetic ascorbic acid
    IJ Chaudhary, B Nigam, D Rathore
    Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 22, 1225-1238 (2023)

  • Growth, yield and quality of knol-khol (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes) as affected by fertilizer management
    KN Shah, IJ Chaudhary, DK Rana, V Singh
    Fundamental and Applied Agriculture, 4(3), 959–969 (2019)

 

Ali Mekki | Environmental science | Excellence in Research

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Prof Ali Mekki  |  Environmental science |  Excellence in Research

Sfax University,  Tunisia

Professor Ali Mekki has over 20 years of teaching and research experience in Biological Engineering, focusing on Environmental Bioprocesses, Soil Science, and Biochemistry. He has made significant contributions in the field of Environmental Bioremediation, helping to advance sustainable practices in managing soil and environmental health.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • HDR in Biology – Sfax University, Tunisia (2015)
  • Doctorate in Biology – Sfax University, Tunisia (2006)
  • Master of Ecology – Sfax University, Tunisia (2002)
  • License in Natural Sciences – Sfax University, Tunisia (1998)
  • Bachelor of Experimental Science – Bourguiba School, Mahres, Sfax, Tunisia (1994)

Work Experience:

  • Since July 2018 – Present: Full Professor and Senior Researcher in Biological Engineering, Environmental Bioprocesses, Soil Biochemistry and Microbiology, Gafsa University and Sfax University, Tunisia
  • 2016 – 2018: Associate Professor, Head of the Experimental Station at Olive Tree Institute, Sfax, Tunisia
  • 2008 – 2016: Assistant Professor of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Gafsa University, Tunisia
  • 2006 – 2008: Assistant in Metabolism Biochemistry and Enzymology, Gafsa University, Tunisia
  • 2002 – 2006: Contractual Assistant of Biochemistry and General Biology, Gafsa University, Tunisia
  • 2000 – 2002: Contractual Student Researcher, Sfax University, Tunisia

Teaching Activities:

  • Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Biotechnology, Metabolism, Enzymology, Bioremediation, General Biology, Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Environmental Microbial Processes, Methanization.

International & National Research Projects:

  • Bilateral International Project IRD-CESBIO (France)-IO-IRESA-Tunisia: 2017-2020
  • International CLARA Project (EU 7th Framework Program): 2011-2014
  • International INCO-MED Project (Mediterranean Usage of Biotechnological Treated Effluent Water): ICA3-CT-1999-00010
  • Tuniso–Moroccan Project: 2006-2008

Academic Citations:

  • Total Citations: 1,398
  • Citations Since 2019: 796
  • H-Index: 16 (Overall), 15 (Since 2019)
  • I10-Index: 19 (Overall), 18 (Since 2019)

Publication Top Note:

  • Changes in microbial and soil properties following amendment with treated and untreated olive mill wastewater
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    Microbiological Research, 161(2), 93-101
    Citations: 281 (2006)
  • Polyphenols dynamics and phytotoxicity in a soil amended by olive mill wastewaters
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    Journal of Environmental Management, 84(2), 134-140
    Citations: 218 (2007)
  • Effects of olive mill wastewater application on soil properties and plant growth
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    International Journal of Recycling of Organic Waste in Agriculture, 2, 1-7
    Citations: 169 (2013)
  • Olive wastewater as an ecological fertilizer
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, F Aloui, S Sayadi
    Agronomy for Sustainable Development, 26(1), 61-67
    Citations: 141 (2006)
  • Assessment of toxicity of the untreated and treated olive mill wastewaters and soil irrigated by using microbiotests
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, F Feki, S Sayadi
    Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 69(3), 488-495
    Citations: 87 (2008)
  • Evolution of several soil properties following amendment with olive mill wastewater
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    Progress in Natural Science, 19(11), 1515-1521
    Citations: 83 (2009)
  • Long-term effects of olive mill wastewaters application on soil properties and phenolic compounds migration under arid climate
    O Meftah, Z Guergueb, M Braham, S Sayadi, A Mekki
    Agricultural Water Management, 212, 119-125
    Citations: 66 (2019)
  • Agro-physiological and biochemical responses of Sorghum bicolor in soil amended by olive mill wastewater
    L Bargougui, Z Guergueb, M Chaieb, M Braham, A Mekki
    Agricultural Water Management, 212, 60-67
    Citations: 46 (2019)
  • Study of heavy metal accumulation and residual toxicity in soil saturated with phosphate processing wastewater
    A Mekki, S Sayadi
    Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 228, 1-10
    Citations: 46 (2017)
  • Influence of biowaste compost amendment on soil organic carbon storage under arid climate
    A Mekki, F Aloui, S Sayadi
    Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association, 69(7), 867-877
    Citations: 32 (2019)

 

 

Hemlata Jambhulkar | Environmental | Best Paper Award

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Mrs Hemlata Jambhulkar |  Environmental  |  Best Paper Award

Principal Technical Officer at  CSIR-NEERI,Nagpur, India

Mrs. Hemlata Padmakar Jambhulkar is a Principal Technical Officer at CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur, with a distinguished career in environmental engineering and over three decades of research experience. She holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Nagpur University and specializes in areas such as phytoremediation, soil remediation, wastewater management, and carbon sequestration. She is a life member of various scientific societies, including the Indian Women Scientist Association. Mrs. Jambhulkar has received several accolades, including the Dubai International Award for her contributions to ecological restoration and the Best Paper Award at the Women in Science meeting in 2007. Her work is instrumental in advancing sustainable environmental practices in India.

 

Publication Profile

Educational Qualifications:

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (Physical, Environmental, Organic, Inorganic, Analytical), Nagpur University, 1989
  • B.Sc. in Microbiology, Botany, and Chemistry, Nagpur University, 1987

Research Experience:

Mrs. Jambhulkar has over three decades of experience in environmental research, particularly focusing on:

  • Phytoremediation of mining wastelands and degraded lands
  • Remediation of metal-contaminated soils
  • Bioaccumulation of heavy metals in plants on fly ash dumps
  • Management of wastewater through eco-friendly constructed wetlands
  • Carbon sequestration through afforestation
  • Wastewater recycling for agricultural and forestry applications

Memberships:

She is a life member of multiple professional bodies, including the Researchers Society of Chemical Sciences, Indian Network for Soil Contamination and Research (INSCR), Indian Water Resources Society, Indian Women Scientist Association, and Vigyan Bharati Vidarbha Pradesh Mandal.

Awards and Honors:

  • Dubai International Award (2007): Recognized for contributing to the project “Ecological restoration of degraded lands through biotechnological approaches.”
  • Best Paper Award (2007): For her work on “Assessment of bioaccumulation potential of heavy metals on fly ash dump” at the All India meeting of ‘Women in Science’ organized by the Indian Women Scientist Association.

Citations :

  • Total Citations: 385 (from 352 documents)
  • Publications: 6 documents
  • h-index: 5

Publication Top Notes

  1. “Eco-restoration approach for mine spoil overburden dump through biotechnological route”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Kumar, M.S.
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2019, 191(12), 772
    Citations: 22
  2. “Fly ash toxicity, emerging issues and possible implications for its exploitation in agriculture; Indian scenario: A review”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Shaikh, S.M.S., Kumar, M.S.
    Journal: Chemosphere, 2018, 213, pp. 333–344
    Citations: 115
  3. “Natural vs. reclaimed forests – a case study of successional change, reclamation technique and phytodiversity”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Singh, L., Singh, S.K., Thawale, P.R., Kanfade, H.
    Journal: International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment, 2015, 29(6), pp. 476–498
    Citations: 5
  4. “Assessment of bioaccumulation of heavy metals by different plant species grown on fly ash dump”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Juwarkar, A.A.
    Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 2009, 72(4), pp. 1122–1128
    Citations: 67
  5. “Phytoremediation of coal mine spoil dump through integrated biotechnological approach”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Jambhulkar, H.P.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology, 2008, 99(11), pp. 4732–4741
    Citations: 97
  6. “Restoration of fly ash dump through biological interventions”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Jambhulkar, H.P.
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2008, 139(1-3), pp. 355–365
    Citations: 79